ROBERTSDALE, Ala. – The Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of a new grant program designed to assist first-time home buyers in Baldwin County. This initiative underscores the Foundation’s mission to promoting safe and healthy living environments for families in Baldwin County through housing-related grants and financial assistance in times of need.
The Baldwin First Home Grant offers $1,000 to first-time home buyers and an increased grant amount of $1,500 for buyers with a military affiliation. These funds aim to ease the financial burden of purchasing a home, helping buyers achieve their dream of homeownership.
To qualify for this grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• First-Time Buyer Status: Applicants must be purchasing their first home.
• REALTOR® Representation: The purchase must be facilitated by a Baldwin REALTORS® member.
• Purchase Price Limit: The home’s purchase price cannot exceed $350,000.
• Primary Residence: The home must be the applicant’s primary residence and located within Baldwin County. Mobile homes qualify if purchased with accompanying land.
• Mortgage Term: The home must be subject to a mortgage with a term of at least 15 years.
• Mandatory Training: Applicants must complete a first-time home-buyer training course before closing on their home.
The required first-time home-buyer training course is designed to empower new buyers with knowledge about the purchasing process and the responsibilities of homeownership. From saving for a down payment to managing ongoing maintenance, the course provides invaluable guidance for navigating the journey to homeownership.
Leanne Murray, CFO of Baldwin REALTORS®, shared her enthusiasm for the Baldwin First Home Grant: “We are incredibly proud to launch this grant program and provide meaningful support to first-time home buyers in our community. This initiative reflects our ongoing dedication to making homeownership a reality for more families in Baldwin County.”
Katie Sondag, 2025 President of the Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation, emphasized the grant’s impact: “Homeownership is a cornerstone of strong communities, and the Baldwin First Home Grant program is an important step in helping individuals and families achieve that dream. We are honored to play a role in this life-changing process.”
How to Apply
All details about the Baldwin First Home Grant, including links to the training course and application forms, are available on the Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation website at baldwinrealtors.com/foundation.
Support the Program
The Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation invites community members and partners to support this initiative. Donations to the Foundation can be made directly on the Foundation’s website.
As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, all contributions are tax-deductible and directly benefit programs like this grant.
About the Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation
The Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation is dedicated to promoting safe and healthy living environments for families in Baldwin County through housing-related grants and financial assistance in times of need.
For more information, visit baldwinrealtors.com/foundation or contact the Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation directly at foundation@baldwinrealtors.com or (251) 270-2722.
